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Officials announce traffic changes at key I-195 on-ramp in East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence Police Department and the office of Mayor Bob DaSilva announced a series of traffic changes in the center of the city in an effort to alleviate congestion … more
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Barrington School Committee member Amanda Basse listens to people speak during the public comment period of the Jan. 4 meeting. Some people spoke about online posts shared by Basse.
Crowd debates whether Barrington official’s posts were antisemitic
The public comment period at the most recent Barrington School Committee meeting was dominated by people criticizing — and defending — committee member Amanda Basse for some of her social … more
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This set of speed humps were installed on Peck Avenue, off Hope Street near Rockwell Elementary School. Not all neighbors were happy about it.
More 'speed humps' could begin popping up in Bristol
New 'traffic calming' measures might be coming soon to a street near you. more
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Matt Raffa, shown shooting a three-pointer during the second half of a previous game, scored a career-high 39 points against LaSalle Academy on Thursday night, Jan. 4.
Eagles storm back for overtime win against LaSalle
The Barrington High School boys basketball team trailed LaSalle Academy throughout the first half, but battled back for a 70-64 overtime win on Thursday night, Jan. 4. The Eagles, playing in … more
Amber McCollum (left) and Kaitlan Mitchell share a laugh, and some warmth, while dining outdoors at Judge Roy Bean Saloon in 2020.
Many Bristol restaurants passed on expanded outdoor dining in 2023
Citing some onerous requirements to qualify for the new outdoor dining expansion, Bristol restaurants opted to focus on their existing operations instead. more
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Updated plans show the old school building to the left, which will be rehabilitated and house 8 units, and the building to be constructed to the rear of the property to the right, which would house 12 units.
Liberty Street School development gets first approval in Warren
While some concerns over landscaping and the aesthetics of a new building to be constructed on the site remain to be hammered out, a 20-unit development that includes the rehabilitation of an historic school building in Warren has received Master Plan approval. more
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Search ramping up for Barrington’s next Superintendent of Schools
The search for Barrington’s next superintendent has started.   The firm that has partnered with the School Committee in conducting the search — Hazard, Young, Attea Associates … more
Members of the public fill the audience at Thursday night's School Committee meeting.
BHS graduation date decided — it’s on Sunday, June 9
Graduation is moving back to Sunday.   Barrington Superintendent of Schools Michael Messore made the announcement at the School Committee meeting on Thursday night, Jan. 4.   A … more
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RIDOT announces last day of service for temporary Bristol to Providence ferry
Since its inception on December 21, the ferries have carried 3,285 passengers over 12 operating days. The final day will be on... more
This rendering of the proposed town stage, constructed by the same company that the state uses for all their park structures, shows the back room that will house the power supply for events and performances. The stage itself is far wider at the front than the back, and the roof is pitched down toward the rear of the structure.
Renewed plans for Bristol Town Beach stage examined
Town officials anticipate a new community performance venue will be completed this summer at the Town Beach. more
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Harmonie McDowell led EPHS with 10 points, but the Townies dropped a 16-point Division I decision in South Kingstown on January 3.
East Providence succumbs to South Kingstown in girls' hoops
The East Providence High School girls' basketball team hung tight with South Kingstown for three quarters on the road in a Division I outing Wednesday night, Jan, 3, before eventually succumbing in … more
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Jose Hernandez
East Providence Police arrest suspect in December 26 shooting
EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence Police announced the arrest of the suspect in the December 26 shooting near the Hull Street Playground. Jose Hernandez, a 20-year-old Pawtucket resident, … more
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Local Rock musicians Joe Caron (left) and Freddy Komiega have been playing together for more than 50 years and have delighted audiences of all ages.
They’ve rocked the East Bay for half a century
Whether playing side by side, or in a singular mode, East Bay area rock and roll musicians/singers Joe Caron and Freddy “Kag” Komiega have made beautiful music together these past 50-plus years. more
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Town council member Gary Mataronas said the town is working on solutions to the crop cannon issue, which cropped up again this past summer.
Mataronas: Crop cannon onus is on Ag Trust
Little Compton town councilor Gary Mataronas wants the Little Compton Agricultural Conservancy Trust to do more due diligence when it leases trust-owend land in residential areas to farmers, and he … more
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Fowl hunting season in swing; residents can expect to hear gunshots
If you found yourself startled by the sound of gunfire Tuesday morning, don’t fear. (Unless you are a duck.) more
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Barrington Police news: Raccoon spoils trap set for groundhog
Barrington Police responded to a number of calls last week, including one for a resident who went looking for a groundhog but instead found a raccoon.   On Friday, Dec. 29, a North Lake … more
East Providence Fire Department Captain John Potvin receives the American Heart Association's Yvonne Heredia Lifetime Achievement Award from Jennifer Hauck, Senior Vice President of Development & Region Corporate Relations for organization.
EPFD's Potvin receives noted American Heart Association accolade
PROVIDENCE — East Providence Fire Department Captain John D. Potvin is the 2023 Yvonne Heredia Lifetime Achievement Award presented by the American Heart Association. Potvin serves as … more
Nolan Travassos offered up one of the better performances for the EPHS boys' indoor track and field team with his result in the 55 meter hurdles during the Townies' recent Metro Division meet against Barrington and Burrillville.
EPHS indoor tracksters split latest boys' Metro dual
PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School boys' indoor track and field squad split its return from the holiday break to Metropolitan Division duals last week when the Townies beat … more
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Bristol Harbormaster Gregg Marsili takes a photo during the opening of the Bristol Town Marina last spring.
Bristol Town Marina exceeds revenue expectations for second summer
At the end of its second summer season, revenue from docking fees and fuel sales are strong at the Bristol Town Marina, which opened in spring of 2022. more
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Planning Board meetings have become the place to be for many residents who take issue with developments proposed in areas of town they find to be inappropriate. This is from a meeting last year discussing the 119 Water St. proposal.
Development will be a key issue in Warren in the New Year
As Warren looks to finalize its first update to its Comprehensive Plan since 2003, it does so amidst an environment where new housing developments will continue to be one of the top issues to watch in Town. more
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The intersection of East Main Road and Turnpike Avenue (looking south) where the roundabout is being proposed. The main entrance to Clements’ Marketplace is at left.
Clements’ sues town and state over Portsmouth roundabout
Clements’ Marketplace has filed suit against the Town of Portsmouth and the R.I. Department of Transportation (RIDOT) over a planned roundabout in front of the store. more
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Community survey will help Barrington develop strategic plan
The Barrington School Department is beginning the process to develop a new strategic plan, and one of the early steps is to conduct a survey. All members of the Barrington community are being … more
“He can’t hear from there.” — Sophia Melisaratos, during her protest in front of the Town Hall. Melisaratos was calling for the school department to address concerns she had shared about her son's issues at school. She initially held her protest in the middle of County Road, but police asked her to move to the sidewalk.
Barrington 2023: The year in quotes
Barrington news offered a little bit of everything in 2023 — union contract negotiations, lawsuits, and even disagreements over chalk-covered pickle ball courts.   And through it all, … more
Young East Providence wrestlers start strong
Firmly back on solid ground after a slight dip a few years ago, the East Providence High School wrestling team starts its second season back in the Division I ranks in earnest in the coming days. … more
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Freshman forward Skylar Rezendes defends the Westport basket in the first half of their home loss to Case on Wednesday.
Westport girls look for answers after suffering first loss
The Westport girls basketball team fell to Case 37-32 in a non-league game at the high school on Wednesday night for their first loss of the season. “We didn’t take advantage of our … more
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